A Cut Above
Guayaki Yerba Mate has the typical “Paraguayan” cut. In Uruguay, you will find that they prefer their mate cut to have even more powder. In Argentina, you will find the preferred cut is void of both powder and stems. In our years of research drinking mate in tea bags, through a French press, in a gourd or guampa, we have found that the Paraguayan cut delivers the smoothest balance of flavor.

Imparting the sweet nutty profile from the stem content balanced with the strength of the additional surface area from the powder, you have a full bodied mate with several characteristic layers of flavor. We like to consider the cut as a sort of “whole herb” approach, understanding that the stems add their own distinct function, and indeed carry an additional nutritional profile to the mate.

When packing a gourd, gently shaking the mate with a tilt allows the stems to rise, and the powder to drop. After inserting the bombilla, the gourd is tilted upright allowing the larger stems and leaf to surround the bombilla, and thus creating an additional “filter” layer that assists in keeping out the fine sediment. Without the powder, the mate needs additional time to impart its full flavor. With the powder, you get balanced flavor from the start, with the leaves and stem assisting in carrying the balanced flavor throughout the duration of the mate drinking session.

TO EXPERIENCE THE FULL HEALTH BENEFITS OF YERBA MATE DAILY, WE RECOMMEND STEEPING 1 1/2 TEASPOONS OF MATE PER CUP OF WATER.

The uplifting and nourishing choice of health-minded individuals, yerba mate boasts 24 vitamins and minerals, 15 amino acids and abundant antioxidants. Yerba mate is also known for its adaptogen-like qualities, which include reducing the effects of occasional stress.

Of the six commonly used stimulants in the world, yerba mate, coffee, tea, kola nut, cocoa and guarana, yerba mate, with naturally occurring caffeine, triumphs as the most balanced, delivering both energy and nutrition.

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French Press:
Place yerba mate in the French press. Add hot water and steep for 3-10 minutes. We recommend using 1-2 tbsp of loose mate per cup. First, moisten the mate with cool water to protect the nutrients and flavor, then ADD HOT (NOT BOILING) WATER.

Coffee Maker:Place yerba mate in filter basket, then brew. We recommend using 1-2 tbsp of loose mate per cup. First, moisten the mate with cool water to protect the nutrients and flavor, then run the machine as usual.

Espresso Maker:
Yerba mate brews well in most espresso makers. Place 1-2 tbsp of loose mate in a double espresso portafilter. Pull a long shot for a total of 4 oz. Great for making mate lattés.

The Best!

By: Edwin Roldan of Chicago,Illinois

Ive been drinking Guayaki Yerba mate for almost 20 years now. Nothing compares to it and I love it!

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By: Tammy Lyons of Laytonville

What would I do without my Mate! I make my own Raspberry Mate.

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We love the loose tea and the nice bag it comes in.

By: Jd of Grand Junction CO

We love the loose tea and the nice bag it comes in.

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Delicious, Quality Mate!

By: Emily of Boulder, CO

I hardly drink coffee these days, enjoying how mate focuses and energizes me without the jittery feeling or afternoon crash I get with coffee. Plus, I can drink it in the afternoon and still sleeps. This mate is the very best I have tasted! It is consistently good and well priced. Guayaki is the only place where I plan to purchase my mate.

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5 + Years of Satisfaction for this Southern Cal Customer

By: Jeff of San Diego, CA

I have been ordering the 5 Lb Bulk leaf tea for over 5 years now. The quality is always superb, ordering is simple and delivery fast.
Thanks Team Guayak,
Jeffrey from San Diegoi

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Feel Great and Energized!

By: Julie Semenik of Lagrange, Ohio

I have been drinking Yerba Mate for a few months now and I can't say anything bad about this product. I used to drink coffee a lot, but I would get jittery and I also had bad migranes. Since drinking Yerba Mate, I haven't had any of those and I'm able to have long lasting energy throughout the day to keep up with my kids and all there activities. I have also been sleeping so much better and I don't wake up tired and I'm so much more alert in the morning and during the day. I also have noticed my digestion has been been better too.

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Traditional Yerba Mate

By: Roger of Las Vegas, Nv.

Delicious, enjoy a cup, 2 or 3, every night. Couple friends have shared this with, like and will soon be customers also. enjoy and best wishes

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EVERY MORNING

By: Courtney Josey of Lakewood, CO

We fix our yerba mate in a French press every morning. It's a great way to start our day. And we love knowing that the tea is grown in the shade of the rainforest. We also love Guayaki for its sustainable business practices!

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Love this product!

By: Kyra Robinov of NY, NY

I rarely start my day without my Guayaki Yerba Mate. And I often follow through with more later on. It's the perfect pick me up that doesn't leave me with coffee jute's :)

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By: Pablo of NY

Good service, good product.

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